Pharmacy Technician - Cancer & Aseptics (Band 4 - 5 Progression)
| Posting date: | 04 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £27,485 - £37,796 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 October 2025 |
| Location: | Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD |
| Company: | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7461106/430-CC25-213A-B |
Summary
A Vacancy at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Pharmacy Technician - Cancer & Aseptics (Band 4 to 5 Progression)
Department: Pharmacy
Band 4-5 £27,485 - £37,796 per annum
Full-time 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technician to join our growing and forward-thinking Pharmacy Aseptic Services Department at MKUH.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join our team. We have an engaged workforce who foster an excellent quality and open culture, and were recently recognised as the MKUH Trust Team of the Year for 2025.
We are looking for individuals ready to start or continue their careers in a pharmacy aseptic unit environment, where the post holder will assist in the supervision and training of staff, and dispense, compound and source cytotoxic products for cancer patients.
To be eligible to join us in this role you will have successfully completed an NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services and hold current registration with the GPhC as a Pharmacy Technician. Alternatively, you may hold a Science Manufacturing Technician qualification at level 3, and be registered as an RSciTech with the Science Council. This post is open to all registered Technicians both newly qualified and experienced, wishing to work in an NHS pharmacy aseptic unit.
If you think you would like to know more about the post, please contact Amit Mistry – Quality Assurance Lead, at amit.mistry@mkuh.nhs.uk
Interview 26th September 2025
"We care we communicate we collaborate we contribute"
• Responsible for assisting the Senior Technicians with co-ordinating staffing arrangements for the Aseptic Service and to ensure appropriate skill mix and technical staff allocation throughout the department.
• To be aware and follow all departmental operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidance at all times, to ensure the quality of products provided to patients.
• To aseptically prepare products within the aseptic facilities, dispense medications for patients, and maintain high environmental standards and levels of accuracy.
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards – a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards – and the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.
Visit our website to explore the latest news and opportunities at MKUH -News - Milton Keynes University Hospital-
For further information about Milton Keynes please visit -Visit Milton Keynes
Trust responsibilities:
• The day-to-day management of the aseptic dispensing activities to ensure the safe and efficient supply of pharmaceutical products for patients and to support staff in the effective management of medicines.
Professional responsibilities:
• Be a qualified Pharmacy Technician NVQ3, BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent.
Education & training:
• To contribute to development and training programmes for all staff.
Operational responsibilities:
• To assist in the safe and effective management of the Pharmacy Department Aseptic Services Unit in accordance with national and local guidelines and standards ensuring statutory obligations are met by all staff.
Financial & resource management:
• To be involved in the stock control and ordering of materials used in the aseptic department using computerised stock control
Miscellaneous:
• To participate in relevant departmental meetings and contribute to effective communication within the department.
Band 5 duties & responsibilities:
• Competently act as the Aseptic Co-ordinator for all aseptic and non-aseptic work
Please refer to the Job Description for further details
This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Sep 2025
Pharmacy Technician - Cancer & Aseptics (Band 4 to 5 Progression)
Department: Pharmacy
Band 4-5 £27,485 - £37,796 per annum
Full-time 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technician to join our growing and forward-thinking Pharmacy Aseptic Services Department at MKUH.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join our team. We have an engaged workforce who foster an excellent quality and open culture, and were recently recognised as the MKUH Trust Team of the Year for 2025.
We are looking for individuals ready to start or continue their careers in a pharmacy aseptic unit environment, where the post holder will assist in the supervision and training of staff, and dispense, compound and source cytotoxic products for cancer patients.
To be eligible to join us in this role you will have successfully completed an NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services and hold current registration with the GPhC as a Pharmacy Technician. Alternatively, you may hold a Science Manufacturing Technician qualification at level 3, and be registered as an RSciTech with the Science Council. This post is open to all registered Technicians both newly qualified and experienced, wishing to work in an NHS pharmacy aseptic unit.
If you think you would like to know more about the post, please contact Amit Mistry – Quality Assurance Lead, at amit.mistry@mkuh.nhs.uk
Interview 26th September 2025
"We care we communicate we collaborate we contribute"
• Responsible for assisting the Senior Technicians with co-ordinating staffing arrangements for the Aseptic Service and to ensure appropriate skill mix and technical staff allocation throughout the department.
• To be aware and follow all departmental operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidance at all times, to ensure the quality of products provided to patients.
• To aseptically prepare products within the aseptic facilities, dispense medications for patients, and maintain high environmental standards and levels of accuracy.
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards – a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards – and the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.
Visit our website to explore the latest news and opportunities at MKUH -News - Milton Keynes University Hospital-
For further information about Milton Keynes please visit -Visit Milton Keynes
Trust responsibilities:
• The day-to-day management of the aseptic dispensing activities to ensure the safe and efficient supply of pharmaceutical products for patients and to support staff in the effective management of medicines.
Professional responsibilities:
• Be a qualified Pharmacy Technician NVQ3, BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent.
Education & training:
• To contribute to development and training programmes for all staff.
Operational responsibilities:
• To assist in the safe and effective management of the Pharmacy Department Aseptic Services Unit in accordance with national and local guidelines and standards ensuring statutory obligations are met by all staff.
Financial & resource management:
• To be involved in the stock control and ordering of materials used in the aseptic department using computerised stock control
Miscellaneous:
• To participate in relevant departmental meetings and contribute to effective communication within the department.
Band 5 duties & responsibilities:
• Competently act as the Aseptic Co-ordinator for all aseptic and non-aseptic work
Please refer to the Job Description for further details
This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Sep 2025